Woman missing in Jackson County found at camp

A woman missing overnight in frigid temperatures in Jackson County, Ind., has been found.

Indiana Department Natural Resources said 24-year-old Erica Holloway and her boyfriend went to the Jackson-Washington State Forest after 11 p.m. Tuesday and became separated about 2 a.m.

“They started hiking the trails back up to what's called the pinnacle. It's probably the highest point or second highest point in the county,” said Jackson County Sheriff Michael Carothers.

Her boyfriend, 27-year-old Joshua Akers, made his way back to his car and drove to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department for help.

Officers from several agencies searched for Holloway using ATVs and four-wheel drive vehicles and even a helicopter. The sheriff said 30 to 40 people searched for her overnight.

The sheriff said the woman found Camp Pyoca, a youth camp, and spent the night in one of the cabins. A passerby found her and drove her to the Jackson County Justice Center at about 8 a.m.

The DNR said Holloway was exhausted but uninjured and refused medical treatment.

Holloway and Akers were issued citations for entering a DNR property after hours.

Alcohol is believed to have been a contributing factor to the incident.

The overnight temperature dipped to about 15 degrees in Jackson County.

Conservation Officers encourage all hikers to be prepared when taking to the woods. Aside from the proper attire, necessary items should include a current map of the trails, compass, first aid kit, flashlight, and extra food and water.

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